I’ve shied away from commenting on inherently divisive political matters because it is not good for the business model, but I’m making an exception here. As Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers continue to work without full pay, a story of graft and corruption at the Department Homeland Security (DHS) shows priorities that are upside down.
On February 13, 2025, DHS awarded two no-bid contracts for what became the “Stronger Borders, Stronger America” ad campaign. Safe America Media got a $143 million contract. People Who Think got a separate $77 million contract. Same day. Same campaign. More than $220 million in total…for ads like this:
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
